Independent Retail in Chester Thriving

Chester’s city centre independent retail scene is boosted again as the Louison Family Concept store opened last weekend on St Werburgh Street. Other recent openings include the Bolton Birch let to Aldous Books in Godstall Lane, and Rodd & Gunn in the former Sole Trader unit.

Marine Louison said: “We are so excited to introduce Louison, a Family Concept Store to Chester. We’ve always loved spaces that bring creativity and connection together, and we wanted to create a place where others can experience the same joy as a family.”

The store offers a thoughtfully curated selection of beautiful, high quality products for all ages, including homeware children’s essentials, lifestyle goods and unique gifts.

Marine added; “We are also preparing creative workshops and events including hands on activities, craft sessions, DIY workshops and special gatherings and celebrations. So you can slow down, be inspired, and enjoy meaningful moments with your loved ones. We can’t wait to welcome you into the store!”

Aldous Books’ Chester store is their second, after Liverpool and specialises in fine, rare and antiquarian books.  Steve Aldous said; “We are delighted to join Chester’s business community, and have plenty of books about Chester for people to enjoy, visitors and locals alike.”

Both Marine Louison and Steve Aldous thanked Bolton Birch for their help and support with the new lets.

Jonty Goodchild, director of Bolton Birch added; “We are so pleased to be part of Chester’s thriving independent retail sector. The new concept store and book store fill the lettable spaces. Both the Louison Family Concept store and Aldous Books are a welcome addition to the city.”